THIS IS THE SUMMER FOR SLOW YACHTING…BY MENORQUIN

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A sailing holiday on board a Menorquin charter yacht.


Travel light because almost everything you could need will be on board, forget about time – or rather – allow yourself a decent amount of time to fully enjoy the sea, to sail from cove to cove without any rush, to be captivated by a magnificent sunrise, to relish the first swim of the day before enjoying a lazy breakfast, to feel the sea breeze and salt on your skin... just some of the infinite sensations Menorquin proposes for your next holiday, sailing the Menorquin way: SLOW YACHTING.

The main ingredients needed to make this sailing holiday plan a reality start with the boat. Chartering is an ideal formula, it is important to choose the right boat for the true SLOW YACHTING experience; it must be comfortable, safe... and have everything to make your voyage unforgettable.

Where to find it? Contact Menorquin. The shipyard offers a wide range of boats for charter from its Menorquin Yachts range, with models of between 10 and 18 metres in length, each with different capacities for both the number of people able to sail on board and the number of berths. Spaces designed for sea living and equipped with everything necessary to make life on board complete. En suite cabins, a galley fully equipped to prepare delicious menus, etc.

How to arrange it? Through the Menorquin Charter service, which has its base in the port of Mahón (Menorca), from where you will set off to navigate the segment of Balearic coast you choose. All you have to do is describe your requirements to the Menorquin staff: how many people want to sail, whether you will be sleeping on board, how much time you will have available, and the company will take care of everything. Menorquin has its own highly qualified professional skippers at their customer’s disposal. Menorquin will also organize transport for the customer, if he wishes, and those accompanying him on this sailing adventure from Menorca airport to the port of Mahón.

What route to take? The Balearic isles boast a fascinating coastline, full of wonderful spots to discover. Menorquin recommends a route around the island of Menorca, where these yachts originated, a place where life is enjoyed without haste, in the SLOW fashion, living every moment to the full.

A weeks sailing around the Menorquin coves on board a Menorquin Yacht, an exceptional boat which combines all the attributes most suited for sailing this heavenly coast, a reasonable amount of time to enjoy the sea to the full this summer and to make a “round island trip”, following a deeply rooted tradition of the Menorcan residents.

Menorca, sailing from cove to cove. You depart from the Port of Mahón and begin your journey on the sea to discover the extraordinary captivating and contrasting scenery of the island of Menorca, designated as a biosphere reserve by UNESCO in 1993.

On the South, the white sandy beaches and the turquoise blue sea dazzles and transports you far, far away. Macarella, Macarrelleta and Turqueta are all coves which deserve a visit as well as others less well known but equally enchanting ones such as Escorxada or Es Talaier. To the North, your perception of the landscape is changed as it becomes more rugged and the sea an emerald green, with impressive cliffs and dark sandy beaches. We recommend you see the cove of Algaiarens and anchor off Cala Pregonda at dusk for a magical sunset. Returning to Mahón, the views from the sea of the Isla del Rey, Cales Fonts and the island of Lazareto complete this voyage.

Not to be missed: Take a guided tour of the Albufera d’es Grau Natural Park, a paradise for migratory birds, fish and reptiles; enjoy a delicious lobster “caldereta” in Fornells; visit the old historical town of Ciutadella; sample a typical Menorcan dinner in one of the charming restaurants in Cales Fonts; these are just a few of the possible activities to enjoy on land whilst discovering the island of Menorca.

If the trip coincides with the dates of one of the patron saint’s day fiestas they are also worth experiencing, hundred-year-old traditions which are celebrated throughout the summer in each of the islands towns. The horses are the main protagonists of these festivals; they are ridden through the streets by the riders or caixers dressed in traditional black and white costumes whilst demonstrating their competence to the public.

For those fond of hiking, it is possible to alternate sailing with some walking along the “Camí de Cavalls”, an historical route which dates from the XIV century and borders the coastal perimeter of Menorca, originally part of the island’s ancient cavalry defences.

What is the cost? A weeks charter on board a Menorquin Yacht 100, with a capacity of up to 10 passengers and with 6 berths, if the plan is to sleep on-board, can range between 2.225 € and 5.600 € (depending which week of the tourist season is chosen). If a larger model with greater capacity is required, up to 12 passengers, it can be chartered from 4.100 €.

If you plan to sail on alternate days it is also possible to take advantage of Menorquin Charter on a daily basis.

For further information, bookings or prices:


Menorquin Charter - +34 971 156 781/ 900 111 190 – menorquin@menorquin.com - http://charter.menorquin.com